Relocating To Chicago

If you’re thinking of relocating to Chicago, here you’ll find free relocation services, resources and tips about the best places to live in Chicago.
Plus info on the cost of living, buying vs renting, schools, sports, arts and culture.
Relocating to a new city is about finding your home and your place in an unfamiliar world. We get it and are here to assist you.

Chicago Relocation Resources

Here are some helpful Chicago relocation resources:

• Cost of living calculator In comparison with many American cities, Chicago can be expensive. That said, Chicago properties can be a bargain compared with NYC and some California cities. So, to see the cost difference between your location and Chicago. Try this cost of living calculator.
• Schools, sports, museums If you have school age children of course you will be looking to live in a neighborhood with quality schools. To learn more about Chicago schools you should check out the Chicago School Locator Map.Chicago is of course an amazing sports town. Here’s where you can learn about Chicago Sports. Or maybe you’re more interested in art and cultural attractions. If so, check out Chicago’s Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions.
• Tips on buying vs renting Renting is a great way to get acclimated to a new city before buying. But if you’re not sure which is right for you, read Buy or Rent in Chicago? If you already know you want to rent, check out our free Rental Match Service.
• Getting around Chicago Getting around the city can be a tad daunting at first. Never fear! We have an awesome little resource for you. It’s our article Getting Around Chicago where we give you the best tips for figuring out the city. We wish someone had given us this knowledge when we first moved here!